[Update] Trying to DIY program a key for Suzuki VL 800 Intruder Volusia - missing code

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Urbanninja
Member since February 2022 • 53 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Suzuki VL 800 Intruder Volusia?

Posted on October 25, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Suzuki VL 800 Intruder Volusia. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 26, 2024

Replies (6)

Killerbee
Member • 9 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Suzuki VL 800 Intruder Volusia.

October 26, 2024 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 84 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Suzuki VL 800 Intruder Volusia.

October 27, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 39 posts

This thread might save my Suzuki VL 800 Intruder Volusia. Thanks everyone!

October 28, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 49 posts

If this works for my Suzuki VL 800 Intruder Volusia, I owe you big time.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 33 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Suzuki VL 800 Intruder Volusia.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 123 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Suzuki VL 800 Intruder Volusia, hope someone can help.

October 31, 2024 Reply

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